Manga Sushi

As the name suggests, head to this Japanese eatery in Beach Park Plaza, opposite Jumeirah Beach Park, for some decidedly quirky manga-themed dining. From kitsch cartoon decor to the anime and wacky talent shows screened on the walls, the owners have really gone for it with the theming – it’s just a shame the staff aren’t working quite as hard as the decorations. From taking orders to clearing plates to delivering food, service is epically, almost comically slow. While Manga might be a good option for a novelty meal, don’t try and do it in your lunch hour. Stick to the intriguing and extensive array of sushi rolls, sashimi and seaweed salad to avoid similar disappointment when it comes to the food, as hot dishes such as yaki soba taste sweet and sickly, as if straight from a bottle, and the noodles severely overcooked. While the surroundings may be a hit with fans of Japanese culture, the food borders on a miss.
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Semo Nov 30, 2012 01:11 pm

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I went there for the manga aspect precisely and would have loved for even more anime/manga references, such as waiters in costumes :P Basically, the whole concept is pretty radical so why not go all the way ?

The menu was an especially nice touch that has been commissioned specifically for the restaurant via a manga artist.

If you like your sushi standard then I recommend trying the normal sushi if you don't like it sweet. The ramen was lovely, I went for Naruto Ramen, they should really add some 'naruto' - a ramen ingredient not the famous manga/anime character - to it to make it authentic.

Overall, really nice experience and would like to go again.

The reviewer was saying that you're looking at 200-350 Dhs total, but what I found was that you don't need to go that deep if you like dine out below 150 Dhs.

You're encouraged to browse through the mangas on the shelf while you wait for your order !

naice the bass Nov 13, 2012 11:08 am

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beautiful

Xiaopa Aug 16, 2011 05:20 am

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Nice "all you can eat" sushi evenings and interesting concept to avoid spoiling food: you have to pay extra for what you leave in your plate. Excellent idea!

Sushis are pretty ok in general but the seaweed around some of them is definitely too thick and chewy. Also disappointing that there is not such a big selection of type of fish (salmon, tuna, mackerel but no hamour, squid, octopus, yellow tail for instance).

Overall still a very nice evening, sushis are well presented on the plate, service is pleasant. Would go back there if not looking for a big selection of sushis.

rana Jul 15, 2011 06:26 pm

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Best sushi so far. Kids would like the atmosphere there. Would recommend it for a light meal. Love it

Mai Apr 16, 2011 03:11 pm

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I used to cringe every time someone suggests eating sushi, I had really bad experiences in many so-called Japanese restaurants in Dubai. But thankfully manga sushi made me understand the magic of sushi and Japanese food, the quality for food is amazing, the waiters are very nice and unpretentious. To my amazement they Hamelin okonomiyaki in their menu.
Would go again and again and again.